Principal / Associate Infrastructure Engineer | Infrastructure | £60,000 to £70,000 If you are an infrastructure engineer who wants variety, with bridges one month, rail the next and a data centre after that, this is worth a conversation. My client is a multi-award-winning, multidisciplinary engineering consultancy based in Co. Down. They're known for design-led work across structural, civil and infrastructure engineering, and their infrastructure team covers a wide range of projects: roads and bridges, rail, bespoke footbridges, public realm, active travel and geotechnical work. They also have a growing pipeline of multidisciplinary work in the data centre sector, one of the busiest and best-funded markets in Ireland and the UK right now. They're looking to appoint a Principal or Associate to take a senior role in the infrastructure team, leading projects and helping to shape where the team goes next. Why this opportunity? A senior appointment at Principal or Associate level, depending on experience Genuine variety, covering bridges, rail, public realm, active travel, geotechnics and data centres Multidisciplinary data centre work, giving you exposure to one of the strongest markets in the industry Design-led, technically interesting projects for a consultancy with a strong reputation for quality A close-knit firm where your input is noticed, with the team based mainly in Co. Down An independent, employee-owned business, so the people doing the work share in its success £60,000 to £70,000 plus a generous benefits package Your new role as Principal / Associate Infrastructure Engineer You'll lead infrastructure projects from feasibility through to construction. Depending on your background, that could be road and bridge schemes, rail infrastructure, footbridges, public realm and active travel routes, or geotechnical design such as basements, retaining structures, temporary works and slope stability. On data centre projects, you'll work alongside the other disciplines to deliver the infrastructure side of the scheme. You'll produce, check and sign off design work, coordinate the project team across disciplines, and make sure everything meets client, regulatory and internal standards. You'll also be a key contact for clients at meetings and workshops, manage programmes, budgets and resources, and mentor the engineers and graduates working with you. What you will need to succeed Chartered Engineer with the ICE, IStructE or Engineers Ireland. Candidates close to chartership with clear progress will be considered at Principal level A strong background in structural, civil or geotechnical design within infrastructure Experience leading projects and project teams through scheme design, detailed design and construction support Strong design software skills in your discipline Confidence dealing directly with clients and managing programmes, budgets and priorities Experience in roads, bridges, rail, footbridges, public realm, active travel or geotechnics would be useful Data centre or other multidisciplinary project experience would be a real advantage, however it isn't essential Experience with public sector clients or Design and Build would also be welcome This could suit a Senior Engineer ready to step up to Principal, or a Principal or Associate looking for more variety and influence than they have in their current firm. What's in it for you? Salary of £60,000 to £70,000, depending on experience A generous benefits package Professional development, mentoring and training support A varied workload across infrastructure and data centres A senior role with real influence on how the infrastructure team develops Not quite the right role? Talk to Brian Mitchell at Vickerstock anyway. I recruit engineering and built environment professionals across Northern Ireland and Ireland, and many of the best opportunities are never advertised. For a confidential conversation, get in touch: Skills: Civil Engineer Civil 3D Microdrainage TPBN1_NI
Principal / Associate Engineer - Infrastructure in Crawley Down employer: Vickerstock
Join a thriving engineering and manufacturing business located just north of the Mid Ulster Area, where you will enjoy a competitive salary of £60,000 - £70,000, flexible working hours, and a supportive work culture that values innovation and collaboration. As a Senior Project Design Engineer, you will have the opportunity to lead exciting projects, develop your skills further, and contribute to bespoke engineering solutions in a dynamic environment that prioritises employee growth and well-being.
